We are ‘Beyond Ready’ to Go Green for National 4-H Week, October 4-10, 2026. Throughout this week, youth and adults recognize their engagement in 4-H and the positive impact it has made during the year.
Monroe County 4-H has challenges every day of the week during this event. Each challenge will be posted on the Monroe County Extension Facebook page. If you complete a challenge, make sure to share it on the Facebook post and you’ll be entered into a prize drawing for some great 4-H swag!
Day 1: Share Your Spark Sunday
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Tell us about your 4-H “spark” – the specific passion, goal, or future career interest that 4-H has helped you ignite.
Day 2: Meet the Educator Monday
Monday, October 5, 2026
Come meet our new 4-H Educator, Emily, and enjoy some light snacks and refreshments at the Monroe County Extension Office located at 206 South K Street in Sparta from 3-6 pm.
Day 3: Think Ahead Tuesday
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Take some time to think about a 4-H project that you might want to do this year, and take a picture of you working on that project or researching it.
Day 4: Willing to Serve Wednesday
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Complete a small act of community service or kindness, such as a picking up litter, writing a thank-you note to a volunteer, or baking treats for your club leaders. Take a photo of it to share on our Facebook post.
Day 5: Throwback Thursday
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Share a photo from a past 4-H camp, fair or club meeting. Then, reach out to a friend or leader to thank them for the memory.
Day 6: Fun Fact Friday
Friday, October 9, 2026
Send in your favorite fun fact about 4-H, your club, or something else you learned about during your time in 4-H.
Day 7: Sign-Up Saturday
Saturday, October 10, 2026
If you haven’t signed up for 4-H yet, do that today! Go to 4-H Online at https://wi.4honline.com. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the office at 608-269-8722.